Crankbait Rod Or Not?

[Trickerie]

Im in the market for a crankbait rod, and noticed that a lot of companies have poles labeled for cranking. However, I've also noticed that they are certain power/top ratings, such as Med-Hvy/Mod-Fast. So, are these specific rods any different from any other rod rated the same? For example, the Kistler Z-Bone LE 7'3" is Med-Hvy/Mod-Fast, but isn't specifically labeled as a cranking rod. Am I on the right track here, that this particular rod would be in fact ideal for crankbaits?

[Sam]

Do your research and visit the web pages of some of your favorite pros and also the rod manufacturers' descriptions of their cranking rods.

Tackle Warehouse also has some good reviews.

I have two cranking rods.l The first is the one I love best: A Bass Pro Shops crankinstick. Great rod.

The second is a G. Loomis crankbait rod.

A 7 foot medium heavy is where I would start and consider the various rods for cranking.

Everyone will have a favorite brand or profile so get ready for some great suggestions. Just don't get confused. Try to keep it simple and within your price range.

[roadwarrior]

For most crank baits Medium Power/ Moderate Action. For heavier lures and deep divers, MH or H Power.

Specifically, I like the Avid AVC70MM and Pinnacle Perfecta DHC5-701CAMCB for most treble hook

applications. For deep divers, Lamiglas SR705R is THE BOMB!

[Diggy]

Im not sure where you are in wpb where you'd want to spend a lot of money on a cranking rod since our ponds,canals and lakes are so shallow and weedy at times. Gander has a nice shimano rod for about 70 bucks off of the shelf thats cranking specific. tw.com has them on the site but Gander has them off the shelf

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